Mechanical Subject Matter Expert

Meta is seeking a Mechanical Subject Matter Expert to support the design, operation, and continuous improvement of mechanical systems across its global data center infrastructure. In this role, you will serve as a technical authority on mechanical systems including cooling infrastructure, HVAC, chilled water plants, computer room air handlers, and precision cooling technologies that are critical to maintaining the reliability and efficiency of hyperscale data center facilities.

You will partner with engineering, construction, and operations teams to drive system-level improvements, resolve complex mechanical failures, and shape long-term infrastructure strategy.

Mechanical Subject Matter Expert Responsibilities:

Serve as an onsite technical resource of mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, with an emphasis on practical field operation

Ensure appropriate cross-functional collaboration between local mechanical team and applicable local and global teams

Contribute to mechanical safety program for the site

Plan resource, author or approve work procedures to cover mechanical troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance activities, with an emphasis on assessing & mitigating personnel and critical systems and operational risk Conduct or oversee hands-on troubleshooting, repair, retrofit, and maintenance of mechanical equipment

Oversee mechanical system configurations and component upgrades to ensure system integrity is maintained and that all modifications to existing systems comply with best practices, including change control processes

Provide Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QAQC) oversight of construction projects & maintenance activity

Lead and/or participate in root-cause analysis activities in area of expertise

Provide training to Critical Facility Engineers and other cross functional teams on mechanical equipment, systems, procedures, and changes to include mechanical/fire & life safety/industrial water equipment/systems and procedures

Manage vendor relationships for mechanical maintenance and retrofit work Provide feedback on global mechanical maintenance strategies and global electrical system design improvements

Travel expectations can be significant during the first 1-3 months for initial training and onboarding. After initial onboarding, travel expectations are 10-15%, with ongoing occasional travel for factory witness tests, collaboration, training, etc

Minimum Qualifications:

7+ years relevant mechanical industry experience or mechanical trade level experience

Bachelor’s degree in related field plus 3+ years relevant mechanical industry experience will be considered in lieu of 7+ year mechanical industry experience

Experience in critical environments

Experience interpreting blueprints/CAD drawings

Experience comprehending mechanical plans, specifications, and equipment shop drawings

Working knowledge of psychrometric charts and refrigeration cycles

Theoretical & practical understanding of mechanical equipment & systems, with expertise in mechanical equipment design, maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and/or construction

Working knowledge of critical facility operations with experience or understanding of procedure-based work Working knowledge of electrical, controls and fire / life safety systems

Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Equipment field service engineering or representative experience

Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies

Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
Trade Certification or state license in Mechanical Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Familiarity with American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) standards

Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
Experience in data center industry

About Meta:

Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and Whats App further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.

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